How do engineers find and fix failure points in a solution they're trying to develop? This is the driving question of an informative and entertaining video. Here, future engineers discover why it is important to fail when testing a solution to a problem, and how engineers find and fix the failure point to get closer to the solution they are working towards.  

Concepts

engineers, engineering design, problem solving techniques, trials, variables, isolating the variable, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Make a bridge example in your classroom to match the one in the video. Test trials to find out how much weight can go across, and make necessary adjustments for a successful passage way 
• Get the class interested in engineers; plan time during the day to research famous engineers and their accomplishments

Classroom Considerations

• The 12th in a series of 17 episodes that discusses the engineering process

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Concepts are explained clearly and thoroughly with definitions and examples 
• Learner engagement is enhanced through captivating graphics, cartoon characters, sound effects, and jokes 

Cons

• The host is a speedy talker which may make note-taking or answering questions difficult; be sure to pause throughout